Operators Manual Parts Manual Please read these instructions carefully and make sure you understand them before using the machine. MANUAL NO. 111315 REV 02 (03/31/05) Collection System Models: CS13...
Operators Guide Features and Controls ... 4 General Information ... 5 Safety Procedures ... 5 Unpacking Instructions ... 7 Assembly Instructions ... 7 Collection System ... 7 Blower/Drive Kit ... 11 Operating the Collection System ... 14 Maintenance and Service Instructions Transport ...
FEATURES & CONTROLS HOOD INLET LATCH SUPPORT LINKAGE SUPPORT BRACKET HITCH HITCH BRACKET REAR GUARD WEIGHT BAR DRIVE KIT HOSE CAST WEIGHT BLOWER ASSEMBLY NOTE: Your Front Weight Bar may look different from those shown in this diagram.
General Information This manual will assist you in the safe operation and proper maintenance of your Husqvarna equipment. Read it thoroughly before attempting to operate the machine. Call your dealer or Husqvarna if additional information is required. The following safety symbols are used throughout the manual to alert you to information about unsafe actions or situations: DANGER indicates immediate hazards that...
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3 - Operation • Never run an engine in an enclosed area. • Only operate in good light, keeping away from holes and hidden hazards. • Slow down and use extra care on hillsides. Make turns gradually and at slow speed. Do not operate across the sides of slopes.
Unpacking Instructions Cut plastic tie securing the hitch to the crate top. Remove the top of the crate. Remove the plastic bag. Remove the hose. Remove the sides and ends of the crate. Remove the mounting kit box from the corner of the crate. Cut the two plastic ties that secure the hitch assembly to the pallet.
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Remove the (10) 5/16 carriage bolts that secure the standard rear guard to the straps and skid plates. Remove the standard rear guard. Replace with the collection rear guard, and secure with the carriage bolts that were just removed. Figure 2. Place the hitch assembly on the ground behind the mower.
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Place the hood assembly on to the hitch assembly. Place both hood hinges between the upper hitch mounts on the hitch assembly. Be sure that the rubber seal is on the inside of the hood. Place the (2) friction washers between the hood hinge and the upper hitch mount.
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With the hood open, secure the (3) bags in place. The back of the bags will hook over the mounting tabs on the hitch assembly. Figure 5. Close the hood, and latch the draw latch over the draw latch keeper on the hitch assembly. Figure 5.
Blower/Drive Kit Open the drive kit box and remove all of the components. Place the deck in the lowest cutting height. Remove the right side belt shield from the deck. Remove the deck belt from the right side pulley. Remove the deck pulley, but keep the hardware at hand for re-installation.
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12. Position the belt guide approximately 1/8" away from the belt. Re-tighten the 3/8" nut. Re-install the pulley cover and 1/4" x 5/8" screws. Place the blower pin weldments in the tubes on the blower assembly. Figure 8. Rest the blower assembly on the end and align the deck opening and the blower opening.
Operating the Collection System NEVER USE THE COLLECTION SYSTEM WITHOUT THE BLOWER ASSEMBLY AND HOSES SECURELY ATTACHED. Make sure hoses are connected at both ends. Inspect hoses prior to each use. Do not use the unit on slopes greater than 10 degrees.
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE Transport WARNING The collection system bags must be com- pletely empty or removed while driving for- ward onto a trailer. If the mower must be loaded onto a trailer while there is still de- bris in the container, the mower must be backed up onto the trailer to avoid tipping.
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE Caring For Hoses 1. Inspect hoses before each use. If hoses have excessive wear, tears, or punctures, replace immediately. 2. To prolong the life of the hose, periodically ro- tate hose and turn hose end to end. Refer to Preventative Maintenance Schedule in this manual.
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE Troubleshooting Guide DANGER Before servicing unit, wait for all moving parts to come to a complete stop. Turn engine off and remove the spark plug wire. PROBLEM Loss of Vacuum. 1. Blower, hose or hood inlet clogged. 2.
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